I am going to use Phoneix online to get my degree in Criminal Justice. Everyone has bad stuff to say about them taking your money etc, but I am getting a grant to pay for all of it, so they arent taking my money, the classes are online, so I dont have to worry about a school near me. The school is accredited, so can you tell me what is so bad about that?
2007-02-08 06:46:19 · 8 answers · asked by teresadick30 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I cant do a regular college, I'm 31, married, have 2 daughters, a grandmother in the nursing home, plus I work at a Law Firm full time. So online is the only route I can actually go.
2007-02-08 07:41:57 · update #1
The problem is not with "online education," or even with accreditation; the problem is with the University of Phoenix, and all of those other notoriously crappy schools: AIU, Capella, Penn Foster, etc. Degrees issued by these schools are simply not respected in the business world, and in academia. Like another answerer mentioned, just ask ANY Human Resources person in ANY corporation. They'll tell you that a U of Phoenix degree is worthless, and that they do not consider applicants with only those degrees.
Since you have stated that online ed is your only option, why don't you just earn your degree from a completely reputable state university?
The links below are the absolute best you will find. They contain more links to many well-respected state university distance education programs.
I would advise you to start by looking at your own state university system and check to see if they offer the programs and courses in which you are interested. If not, check out those of other states.(Pennsylvania has a great system, for instance.) A degree from a state university will be recognized and respected as authentic by employers and academics everywhere.
Bottom line? Just click the links below. You'll be glad you did.
2007-02-08 17:28:50 · answer #1 · answered by X 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The bad this is that you miss out on the college experience and I'm not talking about drinking. You will get more out of an actual physical class than online. I know...I have online classes and physical classes. If you just want to get a degree and be done with it, then go for it. Otherwise, if you want to really dig down and get in depth with the courses, then find a local college. Most community colleges have criminal justice degrees and with financial aid you wont have a problem affording to go.
2007-02-08 07:02:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I know people that have used it for their degree in nursing and have not complained about the school, per se. However, they have all said it was very expensive that is what has kept me from seeking my degree there, that and I am not very motivated for online courses. So, if your classes are paid for by your grant I do not see the problem.
Came back and checked some of the answers they have some good points I am checking those links given they seem more repuatable. Did not consider the facts regarding if U of Phoenix is accepted or not.
Read this article:
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/02/11/education/11phoenix.html?hp&ex=1171170000&en=493a1472b9b25bc1&ei=5094&partner=homepage
2007-02-08 06:51:21 · answer #3 · answered by Frank R 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It isn't accredited by the right organization. All your normal 4 year schools will not accept credit from University of Phoenix. If you can't transfer your credits, the degree is worthless. You won't be able to go anywhere for graduate school. Most employers do not view University of Phoenix as legtimate.
2007-02-08 15:22:08 · answer #4 · answered by Lea 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I used them for one of my education courses, and I really didn't feel like I got anything out of it. The professors aren't really teaching anything, they're just moderating what's going on. It felt more like an adult montessori school than a college, and that can be frustrating (especially since you can't exactly tell the arrogant, obnoxious ones to be quiet like you can in the real world, or change topics to get them to stop flooding your inbox with ridiculous replies). Seriously, I wouldn't take another course with them again. It was a total waste of time. I spent five weeks on a course that I could have learned on my own if they'd handed over a textbook.
2007-02-08 07:40:56 · answer #5 · answered by bttrflyfairytale 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The problem with the "University" of Phoenix is that ANY degree / diploma / certificate you are awarded BY them is of no value whatsoever....it isn't worth the paper it is written on. Don't take my word for it...ask any HR person in ANY company and they will give you the same answer. The question of who PAYS for it is immaterial....it's the 'end product' that you are interested in.
2007-02-08 08:09:59 · answer #6 · answered by levatorlux 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't have anything bad to say about UOP. I have just completed my BSN program and have continued on to the MSN/MHA program. Online learning is evolving. Many major universities have included online learning to its curriculum. Nothing wrong with advancing your career and knowledge. If the UOP works for you, than go for it.
2007-02-10 10:51:23 · answer #7 · answered by puppy dog 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
uop is accdredited byt he higher learning commision,look it up,the only people who take it as a joke are people who went to traditional universities that are used to "that way".Uop is th elargest private university in the u.s now and is continuing to grow.If no one gets anything out of it?Why do people keep enrolling?Its a lie to say that the degree isnt worth anything.The degree is worth something or it wouldnt be accredited,second of all,college is what you put into it.All these traiditional unviersities keep putting matierial online because these universities are trying to keep up with uop.Uop is not only online either.They have campus's in several different locations.
2007-02-08 09:50:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋